An Investigation into Objective-based English Listening and Speaking Instruction

Based on the theories of instructional objectives, this research investigates the current situation of teachers’ attitude toward objectives, how English teachers design objectives and how they facilitate the attainment of objectives in College English listening and speaking class. This research aims to arouse teachers’ awareness of objectives in College English listening and speaking classroom instruction and restate the importance of objectives for effective instruction. Meanwhile, the investigation also aims to presents problems existing in teachers’ professional competence, especially in objective design before class and promotion in classroom instruction to provide clues for teachers’ professional development.